As a Clinical Psychologist and Accredited EMDR therapist, I specialise in trauma, perinatal mental health and relationship distress.
Psychological Therapy in Nottingham
If you're struggling with your mental health, relationships or the impact of difficult experiences, therapy can provide a space to understand what is happening and begin to make meaningful changes.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Accredited EMDR therapist with over 15 years' experience supporting people with a range of psychological difficulties. I specialise in trauma and perinatal mental health, and also offer couples therapy for partners experiencing relationship difficulties or finding the transition to parenthood challenging.
My approach is collaborative and personalised. Together, we will develop an understanding of what is contributing to your difficulties and consider what may help you move forward.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy offers a confidential space to explore difficulties that may be affecting your thoughts, feelings, relationships or day-to-day life.
You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, grief, the effects of trauma or difficulties associated with a significant life change. Sometimes it can be difficult to understand exactly why you are struggling, and therapy can help you make sense of this.
I draw on a range of evidence-based psychological approaches, including EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailoring therapy to your individual needs and goals.
Trauma and EMDR
Difficult or traumatic experiences can continue to affect us long after the event itself. You may experience intrusive memories, heightened anxiety, feeling constantly on edge, emotional numbness, difficulties regulating emotions or changes in how you see yourself and the world around you.
I am an Accredited EMDR therapist and have a particular interest in supporting people who have experienced trauma, whether this relates to a single distressing event, a series of experiences or difficulties that have developed over time.
EMDR can help the brain to process distressing memories and experiences that continue to feel emotionally present, so that they become less overwhelming and have less impact on your life now.
Perinatal Mental Health
Becoming a parent can be an incredibly significant transition, but it doesn't always feel the way you expected it to.
Pregnancy, birth and the early years of parenthood can bring anxiety, low mood, overwhelming emotions, difficult thoughts, changes in identity and relationships, or the lasting effects of a difficult or traumatic experience.
I specialise in supporting people during the perinatal period, from conception through pregnancy, birth and the early years of parenthood. This includes support following birth trauma, pregnancy or baby loss, fertility difficulties, perinatal anxiety and low mood, and difficulties adjusting to becoming a parent.
Couples Therapy
Relationships can become difficult when couples find themselves caught in repeated patterns of conflict, criticism, withdrawal or disconnection.
Couples therapy provides a space for both partners to understand these patterns and what may be happening underneath them, without focusing on who is right or wrong. The aim is to develop greater understanding, compassion and more helpful ways of responding to one another.
I also have a particular interest in supporting couples during the transition to parenthood, when exhaustion, changing roles and responsibilities, difficult birth experiences and the demands of family life can place additional pressure on a relationship.
Assessment and Formulation
Before beginning therapy, I offer an initial 60-minute assessment. This provides an opportunity to talk about what has brought you to therapy, what you have been experiencing and what you would like to be different.
We will consider your current difficulties within the wider context of your life and experiences, as well as your existing strengths and resources. Together, we will develop a shared understanding, or formulation, of what may be contributing to your difficulties and consider what type of support is likely to be most helpful.
Therapy is not always the right option for everyone. If I feel that another service or type of support would be more appropriate, I will discuss this with you and help you consider your options.
A Collaborative Approach
There is no single approach to psychological therapy that works for everyone. I draw on different evidence-based therapies and adapt these according to your needs, goals and circumstances.
Therapy is a collaborative process. We will regularly review how things are progressing and make adjustments where needed, so that your therapy remains focused on what matters to you.
My aim is not simply to help you feel better in the short term, but to help you develop a greater understanding of yourself, your patterns and your experiences, and to build skills and resources that can support you beyond therapy.
Taking the First Step
Choosing to start therapy can feel like a big step. If you're unsure whether I can help, I offer a free, no-obligation 15-minute telephone or video consultation.
This gives us an opportunity to briefly discuss what you're looking for and whether my approach and areas of expertise are likely to be a good fit for you.